The Three Affiliated Tribes

The Three Affiliated Tribes

Job Description

Prep Cook

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

REPORTS TO: MHA Interpretive Kitchen

Manager

DEPARTMENT: Kitchen

SALARY: $18.00

CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

FLSA STATUS: FT Regular

LOCATION: New Town, ND

OPENING DATE:

CLOSING DATE:

POSITION SUMMARY: Prep cooks work for the MHA Interpretive Center under the

supervision of the head chef. Their duties revolve around assisting the Kitchen Manager in

preparing food by chopping and washing vegetables and meats and arranging salads, breads,

sauces and dressings. Cleaning the kitchen and duties assigned by the Manager.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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Assist the head chef by chopping vegetables and washing food items

Ensure kitchen equipment and appliances are ready for use

Always maintain a clean and hygienic work environment

Prepare salads, bread, salad dressings and sauces

Gather food ingredients from the refrigerator or freezer as required by the chef

Ensure food is stored away properly when not in use

Study the menu and prepare ingredients ahead of schedule

Learn about the cooking methods and techniques employed in the kitchen

9. And other duties as assigned.

NOTE: The duties listed are not intended to be all-inclusive. Duties assigned to

any individual employee are at the discretion of the appointing authority.

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The requirement for managing others does not exist.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Experience working as a prep cook in a fast-paced environment

Strong multitasking and organizational skills

Good understanding of ingredients, recipes, kitchen safety and hygiene

Passionate about culinary arts and creative cooking

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Familiar with general kitchen equipment and appliances

Able to follow instructions accurately and efficiently

Able to perform well under pressure in a fast-paced environment

Physically able to stand and move around for long periods of time

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION:

• Working experience required in a kitchen PREFERRED.

• Any combination of education and experience is acceptable.

• High School Diploma or GED REQUIRED.

• Food Handlers certification PREFERRED.

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MHA Interpretive Center, unless otherwise properly approved, the normal schedule of hours

is from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, and from 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Deviation from the normal

schedule may be required for certain programs.

The work environment and working conditions described here are representative of those

that are typical of the job and must be met by an employee to successfully perform the

essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform

the essential functions.

Typically performed in an office environment under usual office working conditions.

Ability to lift up to 25lbs.

Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by

employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of

personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at

the discretion of the employer.

Preference will be given to bona fide American Indian applicants in accordance with TAT policies and Federal

Indian regulations for such preference.

THE MANDAN, HIDATSA, ARIKARA TRIBES DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE,

COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEX, RELIGIOUS PREFERENCE, AGE, HANDICAP, MARITAL

STATUS, POLITICAL PREFERENCE, GENETICS, OR MEMBERSHIP OR NON-MEMBERSHIP IN AN

EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATION, EXCEPT AS ALLOWED BY THE INDIAN PREFERENCE PROVISION

OF THE CIVIL RIGHTS ACT OF 1964, AS AMENDED AND NORTH DAKOTA HUMAN RIGHTS ACT.

PERSONS OF INDIAN ANCESTRY WHO WISH TO CLAIM INDIAN PREFERENCE SHOULD SUBMIT

A COPY OF THEIR TRIBAL ENROLLMENT CERTIFICATE INDICATING THE AGENCY

ENROLLED.

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All interested individuals must submit the following information:

1. Job Application

2. Diplomas/Certificates and Transcripts

3. 2 Forms of Identification: Driver License and/or State Issued ID and 1 Other

4. Indian or Veteran Preference documents (If applicable)

Submit all necessary information to Recruitment@mhanation.com

Supervisor Signature: ______________________________________Date: _________________

Employee Signature: ______________________________________ Date: _________________

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